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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hu, Hematopathologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Zhihong Hu, MD, PHD is a Hematopathologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hu’s office at (708) 327-2626.
What languages does Dr. Hu speak?
Dr. Hu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematopathologist like Dr. Hu typically treat?
As a Hematopathologist, Dr. Hu diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Hu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematopathologist like Dr. Hu typically perform?
As a Hematopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Zhihong Hu may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Hu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hu accept my insurance?
Dr. Hu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 327-2626 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hu accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Hu in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Conifer Health Solutions
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hu's office located?
What is Dr. Hu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932401742.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hu
What is Dr. Zhihong Hu's specialty?
Dr. Hu is a Hematopathologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Hematopathologist do?
A hematopathologist specializes in diseases that impact blood cells, blood clotting mechanisms, bone marrow, and lymph nodes. This physician possesses the knowledge and technical skills necessary for the laboratory diagnosis of conditions such as anemias, leukemias, lymphomas, bleeding disorders, and blood clotting disorders.
Is this Dr. Zhihong Hu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hu is affiliated with The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Hematopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Zhihong Hu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Zhihong Hu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zhihong Hu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (708) 327-2626 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zhihong Hu?
Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (708) 327-2626 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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